Latest Updates DSS Re-Arrests Mahdi Shehu Amidst Political Tensions

Published January 15, 2025 at 4:21 PM

This development was confirmed in a publication by bushradio on Wednesday.

As of now, there has been no formal statement from security agencies regarding the arrest of the activist and political commentator based in Kaduna.

However, Mahdi’s son, Buhari Mahdi, has reportedly informed the media that they have been unable to reach his father.

“We don’t know if it was an arrest or an invitation. But they (DSS) picked him up at his clinic in Unguwar Dosa, Kaduna, around 11:00 a.m.,” he said, declining to provide further details.

In December 2024, Mahdi was apprehended and later charged in court for spreading a misleading video on his social media account.

On January 9, 2025, the Kaduna State High Court approved his bail, setting the sum at ₦3 million and requiring two distinguished clerics as sureties.

This latest incident comes shortly after he publicly addressed his ongoing challenges.

Over the weekend, Shehu expressed gratitude to his supporters through a series of tweets for their concern, assistance, and prayers.

“During my arrest, detention, and incarceration spanning 12 days, I have a duty and obligation to thank the following classes of people. Those who were genuinely worried, concerned, supportive, and prayerful. I felt your prayers, and they served the purposes they were meant for.”

“Those who were happy and celebrative. I am thanking you because you emboldened me and served as a seasoning to my world view. You occupy that row in a stadium who celebrates any club that is winning for that day.